Aberdeen step up search for striker

Ben Palmer

Monday August 13 2018, 12.01am, The Times

Mackay-Steven scores the winning penalty at Dens Park

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Ben Palmer

Monday August 13 2018, 12.01am, The Times

Aberdeen left Dens Park with three points but the manner of victory only enhanced the Pittodrie side’s exigency for a potent striker. Sam Cosgrove and Stevie May were paired together up top but their inability to penetrate Dundee’s backline will be a concern.

The latter looked as good as he done physically since arriving from Preston North End last summer but was more effective when he dropped slightly deeper, operating almost as a No 10. Cosgrove led the line with his usual strength but, when the opportunity came to hit the target, he toiled.

That Aberdeen looked more vibrant in the final third when Bruce Anderson came on in the 56th minute will give Derek McInnes food for thought. The 19-year-old looks a fantastic prospect